Located in central Japan, Nagano Prefecture has long been a hub that connects east and west Japan. The Northern Alps Art Festival explores the region's culture and traditions, while its history ...

He discusses the complexities of Japanese culture, his interactions with locals, and the pursuit of deeper understanding through literature. Faulkner emphasizes the importance of individual ...

Inadani, Nagano Prefecture is home to a farmers' market which sells a wide array of vegetables, mushrooms, game and even edible insects. Explore local food culture and approaches to life in rural ...

Located in the heart of Honshu, Nagano is a compact city with a population of about 360,000, but it is known worldwide as the host of the Winter Olympics in 1998. With its mature urban infrastructure ...

In total 562 Para athletes (440 men and 122 women) from 31 countries competed in 122 medal events across five sports. Nagano 1998 was the last time ice sledge speed skating featured in the Paralympic ...